Tickershock

Tickershock is an innovative software that is inspired by the tickers on 24-hour cable news channels. It functions as an RSS and Atom news reader that can show news feeds on any part of your screen. You can choose from animated crawl or billboard displays to make your news reading experience interesting.

This application is different from other RSS readers that emulate traditional web browsers or email readers. Tickershock focuses on the "push" nature of RSS technology, allowing you to enjoy a passive experience while staying informed. When you come across an interesting headline, you can double-click on it to bring up a "News Inspector" or your default browser. This feature lets you explore any story further.

The software is optimized for performance and uses a fraction of the CPU time needed by conventional news tickers. As a result, Tickershock lets you work without sacrificing the opportunity to stay up-to-date with the latest news.

The only downside of using Tickershock is that it may display nag screens. Nonetheless, this software is a must-have for anyone who wants to stay informed without missing out on work productivity.